Happy Canada Day!

Happy (almost) Birthday Canada!

It's Canada Day week, which this year for us happens to be smack dab in the middle of the week!

We just wanted to send out a friendly reminder that all of our store locations and FootHealth Centre will be closed this Wednesday. Regular hours will resume on Thursday.

So how are you going to celebrate Canada Day, and the better question being what are you going to wear? It's no surprise that people all over Winnipeg and Canada will be decked out in red and white in honour of our country's birthday. Are you ready with your red and white shoes? If not, we've got you covered! We've picked our top four shoes for Canada Day this year!


Birkenstock's

Easy, slide on, comfortable and stylish. These go with any outfit, and can dress anything up or down!

Artisan by Clark's

Going out for a fancy dinner? These wedges pair perfectly with those summer hi-lo or maxi dresses. The thick wedge heel provides comfort and stability, so you can wear these for hours!

Saucony

Hitting up the gym or going out for a run? These Saucony's have our country pride all over! They also have highly breathable mesh so your feet won't be crying from sweating so much. The interior lining wicks away moisture so your feet stay cool and dry throughout your run!

Naot

Need to wear orthotics but still want to wear sandals? Good news, you can! Our Naot line of sandals have removable insoles to allow you to put your custom orthotics in for long lasting comfort and pain free walking!

Check out the rest of our selection of red and white shoes in store! We're open at our Adelaide location until 6 PM tonight, and our St Vital and Regent locations until 9 PM. A reminder that we'll be closed tomorrow and re-open regular hours on Thursday! Have a Happy Canada Day!

Flip-Flop Fanatics

Summer is in full swing here in Winnipeg. The sun has been shining, the temperatures are warm, and there is no shortage of shorts and sandals when you walk around Winnipeg.

One of the most popular summer shoes are also one of the biggest problem causing shoes: the very popular flip-flops.

This becomes the go to summer footwear for a few reasons: they're cheap (most of us have at least 5 pairs) they're comfortable (or so we think) and they're quick to put on and take off. The thing a lot of people don't know is these $1-$5 pairs of rubber footwear are actually causing more harm to your feet and other parts of your body that you may not know of, yet.

Like any pairs of shoes, flip-flops give you protection between your feet and the ground. They may be good for taking out to the beach or wearing in a shower but that's basically all they're good for.

Why They Cause Problems

- no arch support
- no heel cushion
- no shock absorption
- can cause tendinitis or sprained ankles

Now we're not saying you should ban flip-flops altogether. We're just suggesting you find the RIGHT flip-flops. This week we're going to share with you some of our well known brands in store that won't damage your feet, legs, or back this summer. You can have your feet enjoy the summer air and still be comfortable at the same time.

We know that you want shoes that you can quickly throw on and off at a moment's notice say when you're at the beach or racing through the park. It's important to take care of your feet, especially in the summer time. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Instagram throughout the week for sandals that you'll flip over! (in a good way)

On Your Mark, Get Set....

We're in the final countdown! It's less than one week until the Manitoba Marathon and it's obvious with a lot of runners out this past weekend that there are a lot of people training for the big run!

We know that most of you who have been training for months now have your gear and you're all set to run this weekend. But this week we're going to talk about some of the different running footwear and accessories that we carry in store. Have you been experiencing any foot, leg, or lower back pain while running recently? You may be wearing the wrong pair of shoes and not even know it! 

There are three types of shoes we will be looking at this week. Running shoes, training shoes, and walking shoes. You might think it's easy enough to just walk into a store, see a pair of shoes you like, grab them in your size and you're good to go. Every runner has a different foot and running style, which is why it's always good to talk to our fit specialists before choosing a running shoe.

Even little things like the type of socks and how you tie your shoes can change how your feet perform when you run. Don't worry, we'll cover that too!

Stay tuned this week to check out some featured athletic shoes and what you need to get the most out of your training. If you're not participating in the marathon this year but looking to sign up for some other runs, check them out here.

Happy Running! 

Walk and Ride All Day Long

June is a very busy month here in Winnipeg! There's lots of events kicking off summer, school is finishing up, and people are really getting into vacation mode!

One event that most of us are very familiar with is the annual Red River Exhibition, which this year takes place June 12th to 21st. So many rides, food, attractions and entertainment to keep you walking around for hours! This can mean a lot of foot pain for those who don't wear the proper footwear. Let us help you take care of that before it becomes a problem!

Going to the fair in the summer can be a great time, especially when the weather is beautiful. The problem is, a lot of people pick sandals or flip flops to wear because they keep their feet cool and if they need to take them off for certain rides, they can. The problem is that when you walk around for two, three, even four hours in little pieces of rubber your feet are going to be very sore by the end of the day. That, and lots of rides now require you to have closed toe shoes because of safety regulations.

So now what are your options? Well of course a walking or running shoe would be your first (and best) choice for comfort and long lasting wear. The only downside is it's going to be a little warmer for your feet, and the dreaded sock tan that so many of us work so hard to avoid in the summer.

We've picked out some shoes for men, women and kids that will not only give you all day comfort, but will keep your feet cool all day long! Check out our Facebook and Instagram this week to see our top picks for you!

Our number one tip: leave the flip-flops at home. Do you know how big the exhibition park is? If you plan on walking through the entire thing, your feet are going to pay for that with blisters. Come in and check out our selection this week so that you can enjoy the Red River Ex and new shoes too!

Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter and Construction

If you've lived in Winnipeg for a year or longer, you'll know that we experience more than four seasons. Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter....and the dreaded construction season. Construction used to only happen in the summer time, but it seems now that it happens in conjunction with all the four seasons listed prior to it. It can be a huge headache for drivers and pedestrians to see those orange pylons everywhere on the commute to work. Sometimes it can be an even bigger pain for those working in the construction zones.

Having comfortable and suitable footwear for anything you're doing whether it be running, walking, working in a restaurant or a construction zone is so important. Your feet are no good to you when they're sore or blistered which is why it's so important to have the right footwear.

Construction workers have to make sure they have the right footwear that is CSA certified. They're on their feet all day, so comfort is also a big factor. We have a variety of safety footwear in store that highlight the following features:

- removable insole
- wider/deeper toe box
- good traction
- lightweight
- good shock absorption
- anti fatigue
- CSA Certified

This week we'll be featuring our different styles for both men and women, and how they stand up against other brands. We want to remind you as well, that when you try on Keen Safety Shoes in our store until June 12th, you can enter to win some great prizes from Keen, Ticketmaster, and Tim Horton's! No time like right now to come in and check them out!